Lingo

Music

26 Words

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pitch
1.
pitch
Verb

to throw something with a specific motion

The baseball pitcher prepared to pitch the ball with precision.

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movement
2.
move
ment
Noun

a change in position or posture that occurs without actually relocating from one place to another

He notices the subtle movement of her hand.

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tempo
3.
tem
po
Noun

the speed that a piece of music is or should be played at

The conductor adjusted the tempo to match the mood of the piece.

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chord
4.
chord
Noun

three or more musical notes that form a harmony when played together

The guitarist strummed a G major chord to start the song.

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bass
5.
bass
Noun

any North American perciform fish that inhabit fresh waters and have lean bodies

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tune
6.
tune
Noun

a sequence of musical notes arranged in a specific order to create a recognizable piece of music

She hummed a cheerful tune while cooking dinner.

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karaoke
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ka
rao
ke
Noun

a form of entertainment in which people sing the words of popular songs while a machine plays only their music

They had a blast singing karaoke with friends at the birthday party.

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instrumentalist
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ins
tru
ment
a
list
Noun

a performer skilled in playing a particular instrument

The violinist was a talented instrumentalist, captivating the audience with her performance.

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vocalist
9.
vo
ca
list
Noun

a person who sings, especially one performing in a rock, jazz or pop band

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eq
ua
li
zer
Noun

a score that makes the match even

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met
ro
nome
Noun

a device that helps musicians regulate their desired speed and rhythm

The pianist used a metronome during practice to ensure she kept a consistent tempo throughout the piece.

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gig
12.
gig
Noun

a performance of live music, comedy, or other entertainment, usually by one or more performers in front of an audience

The band played a fantastic gig at the local club last night.

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solo
13.
so
lo
Adverb

without the presence or assistance of others

She decided to tackle the difficult task solo, without seeking help from her colleagues.

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echo
14.
e
cho
Verb

to make a repeated and reflected sound

Her footsteps echoed in the empty hallway.

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hertz
Noun

a unit that is used in measurement of the frequency of sound and radio waves

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string instrument
Noun

any musical instruments that can produce sound when its strings are touched or struck

The violin is a popular string instrument used in both classical and contemporary music.

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brass instrument
Noun

a musical instrument that produces sound by vibrating air within a metal tube, typically made of brass

The trumpet, with its bright and piercing tone, is a quintessential brass instrument in marching bands and orchestras.

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woodwind instrument
Noun

a musical instrument that produces sound by vibrating air within a tube or pipe, typically made of wood or metal

The flute, with its delicate and airy tones, is a classic example of a woodwind instrument.

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percussion instrument
Noun

any musical instrument such as cymbals, timpani or bass drum that is played by being hit or scraped by a beater

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electronic instrument
Noun

a device that generates musical sounds using electronic circuits or digital technology

The synthesizer is a popular electronic instrument known for its versatility and ability to generate a wide range of sounds.

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reed instrument
Noun

any wind instrument that produces sound when air blown into its chambers causes a thin strip of material, called a reed, to vibrate

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rehearsal
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re
hear
sal
Noun

a session of practice in which performers prepare themselves for a public performance of a concert, play, etc.

The actors gathered for their final rehearsal before the opening night of the play.

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sound
check
Noun

a process of checking that the equipment used for recording music, or for playing music at a concert, is working correctly and producing sound of a good quality

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me
tal
head
Noun

a person who is passionate about heavy metal music

The metalhead sported a denim jacket adorned with patches of iconic metal bands, showcasing his love for the genre.

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set list
Noun

a predetermined sequence of songs or musical pieces that a band or performer plans to play during a live performance or concert

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punk rock
Noun

a loud and fast-paced genre of rock music popular in the 1970s and 80s characterized by short songs and aggressive lyrics

The punk rock band played a high-energy set that had the crowd moshing and stage diving.

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